Remote Async Pipelines (Definition & How Work Flows Without Live Handoffs)
Remote async pipelines are end-to-end workflows designed so that tasks can move forward through clear steps without requiring synchronous coordination.
What Are Remote Async Pipelines?
Remote async pipelines define how work moves from one stage to another using documented steps, owners, and triggers instead of real-time check-ins.
Common Examples
- Content production pipelines with clear review stages
- Hiring pipelines with async screening and scorecards
- Incident response workflows with documented runbooks
- Product delivery pipelines using task boards and checklists
Design Principles
- Each stage has a clear owner
- Hand-offs are documented in tools, not just chats
- Status is visible without asking for updates
- Runbooks describe what to do when things go wrong